Keithley 2230G-30-1 Programmable Triple Channel DC Power Supply for Avionics Testing

The Keithley 2230G-30-1 Programmable Triple Channel DC Power Supply is a versatile, high-precision power supply specifically designed for avionics testing. With three independent, programmable channels and the addition of a GPIB interface, the 2230G-30-1 is ideal for powering and testing avionics components, systems, and modules that require multiple voltage levels. It includes two channels capable of delivering up to 30V and 1.5A, and a third channel providing up to 6V at 5A. This power supply is perfect for aviation maintenance professionals and avionics engineers conducting testing on communication, navigation, and control systems, especially in environments requiring automated test systems with legacy support through GPIB.

Key Features:

• Three Independent Channels for Multi-Level Power Testing:
  The 2230G-30-1 offers two 30V/1.5A channels and one 6V/5A channel, providing flexibility for powering multiple avionics subsystems simultaneously. This is essential for testing circuits that require different voltage levels, such as those found in avionics communication and navigation systems. The independent channels allow powering of devices with different reference points without additional power supplies.
• High Accuracy and Stability for Precision Avionics Testing:
  Offering 0.03% basic voltage accuracy and 0.1% current accuracy, the 2230G-30-1 ensures avionics systems receive exact power levels during testing, crucial for ensuring the safety and performance of critical avionics systems.
  Ripple and noise are kept under 3mVpp, ensuring clean and stable power output, making it suitable for testing sensitive avionics modules like communication and navigation equipment.
• Configurable Voltage and Current Outputs for Flexible Testing:
  The two 30V channels can be combined in series to provide up to 60V or in parallel to deliver up to 3A. This flexibility allows avionics engineers to simulate high-power systems such as radar, avionics processors, and communication devices that demand greater power outputs.
• Remote Control and Automation with USB and GPIB:
  The 2230G-30-1 is equipped with both USB and GPIB interfaces, enabling easy integration with modern and legacy automated test systems. The GPIB interface is especially beneficial for avionics testing setups that rely on legacy instrumentation, providing backward compatibility with established test environments.
  The power supply supports LabView and IVI drivers, making it easy to automate tests, log data, and streamline avionics certification processes.
• User-Friendly Interface for Avionics Maintenance:
  The bright vacuum fluorescent display shows voltage and current outputs for all three channels simultaneously, ensuring clear visibility of output states. The intuitive numeric keypad and rotary knob make it easy to adjust test parameters quickly and precisely.
  With 30 memory locations, frequently used configurations can be stored for easy recall, helping streamline repetitive avionics testing.
• Protection and Timer Features for Critical Avionics Equipment:
  Programmable output timers ensure that power is applied to avionics components only for the required period, protecting sensitive devices from overexposure to power during long test cycles. Each channel can be configured with independent voltage and current limits, safeguarding critical avionics systems from over-voltage or over-current conditions.
• Compact and Durable Design for Avionics Workspaces:
  The rugged and compact form factor of the 2230G-30-1 allows it to fit seamlessly into avionics testing labs and maintenance environments. It is designed with protective boots and a durable handle for easy portability, making it suitable for both lab-based and field-testing scenarios.

Applications in Avionics Testing:

• Powering Multi-Voltage Avionics Systems: Test avionics systems requiring different voltage levels, such as communication and navigation modules with both analog and digital circuitry.
• Testing Flight Control and Navigation Systems: Validate the performance and safety of GPS modules, gyroscopes, and other flight control systems that require stable, low-noise power.
• Simulating Power Variations in Avionics Components: Use the series or parallel configurations to simulate different power conditions for high-power avionics systems, such as radar or control processors.
• Automated Testing for Avionics Certification: Integrate the power supply into automated test systems using the GPIB and USB interfaces to streamline avionics certification processes, ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace industry standards.

The Keithley 2230G-30-1 Programmable Triple Channel DC Power Supply is the ideal solution for avionics engineers and aviation maintenance professionals. With its three independent channels, advanced control features, and GPIB support, it offers the precision, flexibility, and reliability needed to test critical avionics systems in both modern and legacy testing environments.